Lesser Sunda Islands

Travel Guide

A beautiful and healthy coral reef surrounds a volcanic island off the coast of Flores, Indonesia. This area, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, is known for its high marine biodiversity.
A beautiful and healthy coral reef surrounds a volcanic island off the coast of Flores, Indonesia. This area, in the Lesser Sunda Islands, is known for its high marine biodiversity.
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Probably the highlight of our Ubud weekend was visiting Goa Gajah, just outside of city center. There’s a small cost to enter, but worth every rupiah. It’s called “Elephant Cave”, for good reason, the carvings and sculptures are something to see! The cave itself is tiny, and rather anti-climatic. The bathing pools aren’t ideal for swimming, but make for some cool photos. The most incredible part of Goa Gajah is the hike to the waterfall. Some may even miss it, because it’s obscurely marked with signs for a Buddhist temple. It's about a 30 minute hike on narrow trails through lush greenery.
These astonishing temples carved in both side of the gulch cliffs are separated by a river and small bridge. There are stairs and pathways to the waterfalls and river. This sacred area has great views as your hiking down and up. Stopping for a few breaks is also a good reason to take pictures of the rice fields and lush greenery!

Where to stay in Lesser Sunda Islands

Sanur Beach featuring a beach

Sanur

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Sanur. Make a stop by Sanur Beach or Sanur Night Market while you're exploring the area.

Sanur
Museum Puri Lukisan featuring a luxury hotel or resort, a garden and a pond

Ubud City-Centre

4.5/5(97 area reviews)

Ubud City-Centre is beloved for its spectacular forests. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ubud Monkey Forest and Ubud Traditional Art Market.

Ubud City-Centre
On arrival of fishing boat

Jimbaran Bay

4/5(43 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Jimbaran Bay is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Jimbaran Beach and Ayana Spa.

Jimbaran Bay
I took this photo in Seminyak where we were staying......... It's a passion fruit flower being pollinated by a bee.

BTDC

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

Travellers to BTDC praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Bali Collection Shopping Centre and Nusa Dua Beach.

BTDC
Beautiful aerial view of Seminyak, Bali! #seminyak #bali #indonesia #drone #aerial #photography #travel #se #asia #blueskies

North Legian

4/5(14 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to North Legian. A stop by Legian Beach or Seminyak Beach might round out your trip.

North Legian
#KutaBeach #Sunset

Downtown Kuta

4/5(94 area reviews)

Downtown Kuta is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Kuta Beach and Poppies Lane II.

Downtown Kuta
Ayodya Resort Bali

Ayodya Resort Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Mengiat Nusa Dua Bali
The price is S$135 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$135
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nusa Dua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
wonderful beach

Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026

Ayodya Resort Bali
Hard Rock Hotel Bali

Hard Rock Hotel Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Pantai Banjar Pande Mas Kuta Bali
The price is S$197 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
S$197
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kuta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Kids had an amazing time in the pool, while we where in the cabana, amazing service and facilities

Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026

Hard Rock Hotel Bali
The Ritz-Carlton, Bali

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali

5 out of 5
Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Lot #3 Nusa Dua Bali
The price is S$381 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$381
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nusa Dua. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
Great The lagoon is so nice

Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Bali
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Sunny Muse by Betterplace

Sunny Muse by Betterplace

3 out of 5
Kuta Utara, Badung Regency Canggu Bali
Stay at this aparthotel in Canggu. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Seminyak Beach and Legian Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Very well presented, friendly staff and competitively priced My new go to in Canggu.

Reviewed on 16 Jan, 2026

Sunny Muse by Betterplace
Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Jl, Suweta, Bentuyung Ubud Ubud Bali
Stay at this luxury villa in Ubud. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Ubud Palace and Ubud Traditional Art Market are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Excellent hotel with great staff and very attentive. A little gem in Ubud. A shout out to Melani, Nirimala and Kadak and rest of staff for being so kind and helpful. The chef at Viji is outstanding.

Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026

Vije Boutique Resort & Spa
Prime Plaza Suites Sanur - Bali

Prime Plaza Suites Sanur - Bali

4 out of 5
Jalan Bypass Ngurah Rai 83 Denpasar Bali
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Denpasar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (523 reviews)
The room was amazing! The staff was so friendly and helpful! We loved every minute of it and will be back!

Reviewed on 9 Jan, 2026

Prime Plaza Suites Sanur - Bali
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Popular places to visit

Kuta Beach featuring a beach

Kuta Beach

Head to Bali’s most popular beach to surf, snorkel or socialize, and enjoy the spectacular sunset that has captured the hearts of so many.

Kuta Beach
Sanur Beach which includes boating, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Sanur Beach

Experience one of Bali's ultimate beach experiences; though the sands are golden and the waters pristine, there's space for everyone.

Sanur Beach
Seminyak featuring a day spa and a beach as well as a large group of people

Seminyak Beach

Relax in style at Seminyak Beach, with its high-end hotels, sumptuous spas and first-rate restaurants.

Seminyak Beach
Ubud Monkey Forest showing zoo animals and cuddly or friendly animals

Ubud Monkey Forest

Enter a dense rain forest full of banyan trees and flowing streams to visit ancient Hindu temples and baths and see agile macaques swing in the treetops.

Ubud Monkey Forest
Legian Beach which includes a luxury hotel or resort and a sandy beach

Legian Beach

Panoramic views, perfect waves, stunning sunsets and nightlife await you at this hotspot for surfers and other vacationers in Bali.

Legian Beach
Uluwatu Temple showing a temple or place of worship

Uluwatu Temple

One of the oldest temples in Bali is also one of its most striking. Its cliff-top setting only enhances this stunning landmark.

Uluwatu Temple
Mataram which includes a pond and a temple or place of worship as well as a couple

Mataram

Nusa Dua Beach which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Denpasar

Labuan Bajo Harbour. Where the Komodo Dragon trip begin. Labuan Bajo is a fishing town located at the western end of the large island of Flores in the Nusa Tenggara region of east Indonesia.

Ende

Adobe

Kupang